1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
