1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 17 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
