1988 BMW 535 vs. 1948 Bristol 450
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 40 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 900 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:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1948 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 535 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
