2007 BMW M5 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M5 | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |