1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 56 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
