1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 603 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 34 L |
