1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 13 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, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 33 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 603 | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
