1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 38 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, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
