1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
