2002 BMW 320 vs. 1961 Bristol 407
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1961 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
