1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 24 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 855 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 400 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
