1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 55 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 811 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 404 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
