1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 71 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
