1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 403 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2497 mm |