1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 51 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 499 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 403 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |
