1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 407 | 118 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 51 L |