1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 20 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
