1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 57 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1245 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 403 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
