1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 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 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 405 | 118 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |