2008 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
