1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 9 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 82 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 603 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1180 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 | 38 L |
