2006 BMW 740 vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1950 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 740 | 401 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |