1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 30 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 235 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
