1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 917 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1961 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1961 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 406 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
