1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 96 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 400 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
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 Weight | 1170 kg | 1266 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 | 68 L |