2009 BMW 328 vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 328 | 401 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
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 | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |