1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 403 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
