1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 400 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
