1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
Model | 400 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |