1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 58 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, 1951 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 1951 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
