1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 56 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 630 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 403 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
