1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2761 mm |
