1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 906 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
