2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Fighter | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |