1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 61 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 720 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 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Escape |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2824 mm |