1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 93 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
