1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 4,604 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 125 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1957 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1957 Bristol 405 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:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 405 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |