1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1952 Bristol 401. 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1952 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1952 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Bristol 401 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 401 | 125 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |