1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 403 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
