2008 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Bristol 409
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 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 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 409 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5211 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
