1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1955 Bristol 403 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 170 kg more than 1955 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
| Model | 403 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
