1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 187 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| 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 | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
