1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 309 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 406 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |