1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 34 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 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 403 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
