1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
