2008 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Bristol 405
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1954 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1240 kg |
| 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 | 63 L | 72 L |
