2001 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 81 L |
