1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1268 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 404 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
