2007 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 410 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
