1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 259 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
