1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | Bristol | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 403 | TX-S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2110 mm |
