1971 BMW 3 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 3 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
