2009 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1959 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1959 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 740 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 81 L |
