1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 53 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 403 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 84 L |
