1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, both 1973 Bristol 411 and 1973 Chrysler Charger were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
Model | 411 | Charger |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |