1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 403 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
