1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1966 Toyota Crown is newer by 13 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 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 150 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 403 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
