1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
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 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 406 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
