1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Bristol | Smart |
Model | 603 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |