1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | SS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
