1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 405 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
