1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
