2000 BMW 323 vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 323 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
