1983 BMW 323 vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450.
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:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 323 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
