1984 BMW M6 vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 Bristol 401. 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M6 | 401 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |