1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 411 | 1610 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
