1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fusion (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Because 1951 Bristol 400 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 1951 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion, 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2005 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
