1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 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 187 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 411 | 318 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |