1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 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, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 603 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
