.38 Special Performance .38 Comparisons

| Cartridge | Bullet_weight | Muzzle_velocity | Muzzle_energy | Max_pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .38 Short Colt | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 181ft•lbf (245 J) | 7,500 CUP |
| .38 Long Colt | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 201ft•lbf (273 J) | 12,000 CUP |
| .38 S&W | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 206ft•lbf (279 J) | 14,500 PSI |
| .38 S&W Special | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 310ft•lbf (420 J) | 17,000 PSI |
| .38 Special +P | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 351ft•lbf (476 J) | 20,000 PSI |
| .38 Special +P+ | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 295ft•lbf (400 J) | >20,000 PSI |
| .380 ACP | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 178ft•lbf (241 J) | 21,500 PSI |
| 9x19mm Parabellum | gr (g) | ft/s (m/s) | 420ft•lbf (570 J) | 39,200 PSI |