2006 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 550 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
