1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 404 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
