1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| 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 | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2933 mm |
