1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 44 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 400 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
