2009 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1957 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M3 | 405 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |