1979 BMW 732 vs. 1948 Bristol 450
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1948 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 732 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
