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Bristol 403 1953

General information

ModelBristol 403
Year1953
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power87.00 PS (64 kW or 86 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 96.0 mm (26.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed164.0 km/h (101.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0710 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4920 litres (1,300 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1225 kg (2,700.7 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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