1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 195 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 401 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
