1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bristol | Lotus |
Model | 403 | Exige |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2299 mm |