1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 243 kg more than 1949 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
