1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 58 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 402 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
