1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 409 | 316 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |