1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 411 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 110.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
