1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 43 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 403 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
