1949 Bristol 450 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Bristol 450 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
