1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1967 TVR Vixen is newer by 14 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
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, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 403 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
