1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 47 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 72 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, 1996 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 400 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |