1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 412 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |