1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 1954 Bristol 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Bristol | Smart |
Model | 403 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |