1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1969 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1964 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1964 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
