1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 60 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 400 | 325 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
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 | 79 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |