1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 410. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 410. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 410 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
