1992 BMW 530 vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1951 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 530 | 401 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
