1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 403 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
