1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 80 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 403 | Enzo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |