1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 450.
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 Pickster | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | Pickster | 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
