1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1952 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
