1999 BMW 750 vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 750 | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |