1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
