1995 BMW 317 vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 42 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 317 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 BMW 317.
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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 317 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
