1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 43 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |
