1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 60 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 315 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 400 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
