2008 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
