1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Bristol | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 403 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
