1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 29 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 295 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
