1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1959 Ford Zephyr is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 136 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404.
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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 404 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 404 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |