1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 412 | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
