1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 59 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Escape |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |