2008 BMW 325 vs. 1948 Bristol 401
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1948 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1948 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
