1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Maserati Bora is newer by 21 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 200 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 403 | Bora |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |