1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 2004 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
