1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 58 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Bristol | Mini |
| Model | 403 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2466 mm |
