1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 380 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Vauxhall |
| Model | 403 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
