1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 56 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1407 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 403 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |