2000 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 750 | 603 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 333 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |