2009 BMW 128 vs. 1955 Bristol 403
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403.
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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 1955 Bristol 403 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 128 | 403 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |