1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Bristol | Triumph |
Model | 603 | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |