1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 590 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 403 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2856 mm |