2005 BMW 320 vs. 1948 Bristol 450
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1948 Bristol 450.
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:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1948 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
