2004 BMW 545 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 28 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 545 | 603 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |