1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 49 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 403 | NSX |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |