1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 56 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 433 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1603 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
