1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 403 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
