1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Express |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
