1994 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 18 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, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M5 | 412 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |