1975 BMW 315 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 1 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 213 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 315 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
