1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 402 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |