1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 51 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Ford Escort, 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
