2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | Z3 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
