1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
