1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 59 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, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 75 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Focus |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |