1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Bristol 408 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 408 | 535 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |