2009 BMW 135 vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 135 | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 81 L |