2008 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1959 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 335 | 406 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |