1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 405 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |