1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 412 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
