1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Because 1952 Bristol 401 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 1952 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, 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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
