1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 55 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 400 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
