1996 BMW 840 vs. 1949 Bristol 450
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1949 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 840 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
