1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 412 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
