1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 51 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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
Model | 403 | D8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |