1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 388 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 403 | S60 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |