1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 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, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
