2008 BMW 318 vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 58 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 280 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 318 | 401 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |