1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 54 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1049 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 401 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
