1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 905 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 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
