1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1965 Bristol 409 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 409 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3800 mm |
