1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 58 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1667 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 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |