1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 403 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |