1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 54 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 510 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Bristol | Saturn |
| Model | 403 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
