1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | SZ | 403 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
