1949 Bristol 402 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 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 36 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 402 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
