1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 1800 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
