1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 482 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
| Model | 400 | LS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
