1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 55 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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Bristol | Smart |
| Model | 403 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |
