1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 402 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 106 L |
