1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 47 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 70 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, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 403 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
