1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 405 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |