1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 10 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 403 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |