1948 Bristol 450 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1948 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 450 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
