1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 400 | S-10 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |