1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 401 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |