2006 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
