2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 19 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Fighter | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |