1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 375 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
