1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 2002 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |
