1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
Model | 412 | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1959 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 |