1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 31 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 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
