1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 2000 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
