1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1956 Trabant P 70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Trabant |
| Model | 403 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
