1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 603 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3270 mm |
