1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1965 Bristol 409 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph TR2. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1953 Triumph TR2 has manual transmission. 1953 Triumph TR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Bristol | Triumph |
Model | 409 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 56 L |