2008 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | X5 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5898 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
