1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 170 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | 603 | Safari |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |