1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Supra is newer by 38 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 345 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 403 | Supra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |