1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 56 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |