1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 545 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 404 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
