1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 409 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |