1992 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Bristol 409
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1966 Bristol 409 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 525 | 409 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |