1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 36 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Because 1953 Bristol 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
