2007 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 335 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
