1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 412 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
