1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 603 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
