1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Bristol | Jeep |
| Model | 400 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
