1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 690 kg more than 1951 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 401 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
