1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 350 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 403 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
