1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
Model | 403 | Miura |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |