1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 54 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 98 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
