2000 BMW 328 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 328 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
