1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2007 BMW 545 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 603 | 545 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |