1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 296 kg more than 1955 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 403 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |