1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 16 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 230 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 603 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
