1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F 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. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 603 | Model F |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |