1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1994 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 45 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 90 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1994 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
