1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 57 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 490 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 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
