1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 276 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
