1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 403 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
