1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |
