1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 409 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |