2009 BMW 116 vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 116 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
