1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1948 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1948 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 401 | 740 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |