1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 140 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 403 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
