1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 260 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 402 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
