1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 59 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1148 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
