1991 BMW M12 vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 39 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M12 | 401 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |