1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 37 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 603 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
