1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 408 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
