1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 411 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2766 mm |
