1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 43 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 411 | 650 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |