1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
