2007 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Bristol 405
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1958 Bristol 405 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 530 | 405 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
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 | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 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 | 1670 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |