1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 50 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 592 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
