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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 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. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
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 | 6556 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2761 mm |