2007 BMW 328 vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 328 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
