1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1957 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 401 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3800 mm |
