1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
