1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 407 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |
