2007 BMW M6 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
