1958 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 503 | 412 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |