1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1999 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 46 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1999 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 404 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
