1972 BMW Touring vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 19 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | Touring | 403 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |