2009 BMW 550 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 550 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2216 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
