1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
