1958 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 600 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 787 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |