1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 403 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
