1986 BMW M5 vs. 1953 Bristol 404
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1953 Bristol 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M5 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
