1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 39 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 299 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |
