1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 345 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 402 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
