1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 60 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 466 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 401 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2774 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 280 mm |
