1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 408 | 550 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |