1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 997 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 403 | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
