1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 412 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3199 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 | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
