1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
