2005 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 29 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, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 525 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
