1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 603 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
