1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Focus |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |