1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 42 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 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 135. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 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 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
