1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 29 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 603 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
