1999 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 410. (463 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 410. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M5 | 410 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
