1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 57 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 160 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 403 | 120 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1385 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 |