1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1180 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Bristol | Checker |
| Model | 403 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4760 mm |
