1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 57 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 403 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
