1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1960 Bristol 406
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1960 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 2002 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 81 L |
