1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 238 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
