1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 56 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1134 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
