1950 Bristol 450 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 450.
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:
| 1950 Bristol 450 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
