1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 400 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 789 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |