1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 535 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 403 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |