2009 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M5 | 412 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |