2008 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Bristol 406
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 124 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1960 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1960 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1960 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
