2006 BMW 730 vs. 1955 Bristol 405
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405. 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 1955 Bristol 405 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 730 | 405 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |