1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
