1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
