1976 BMW 630 vs. 1946 Bristol 450
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1946 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1946 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 630 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
