1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 403 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
