1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | A 40 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 105 L |