1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 631 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 411 | Charger |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |