1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 54 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 552 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 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 401 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
