1989 Bristol Beaufighter vs. 1979 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1989 Bristol Beaufighter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Bristol Beaufighter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Bristol Beaufighter weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Bristol Beaufighter | 1979 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Beaufighter | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1992 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 925 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |