2001 BMW 730 vs. 1949 Bristol 450
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1949 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1949 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 730 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
