1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
