1998 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Bristol 450
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1951 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:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1951 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
