1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 59 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 5 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Bristol | Scion |
Model | 403 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |