1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 57 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 114 L |
