1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 401 | Express |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |