1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 410 | 325 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |