1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1955 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 405 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
