2009 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 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 330 (315 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1969 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
