1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 62 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 401 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |