1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 403 | M3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |