1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 400 | Z4 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |