1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 57 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
