1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 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 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1950 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 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:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 401 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 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 | 72 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
