1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1973 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1973 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 404 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |
