1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 407 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
