2007 BMW 328 vs. 1964 Bristol 408
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1964 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 328 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
