2008 BMW 528 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 528 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
