1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 845 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 401 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
