1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 99 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
