1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 373 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 404 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
