1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 16 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 403 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
