1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 235 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 404 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
