1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1963 Bristol 408 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvair | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 408 | Corvair |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |