1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 88 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 401 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |