1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 402 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
