1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 16 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
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, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 403 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
