1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1976 Bristol 603 and 1976 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
Model | 603 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |