1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Opel Omega.
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 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 403 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
