1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. Both 1976 Bristol 603 and 1982 Dodge Mirada are equipped with a 5,210 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 603 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
