1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 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 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 411 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
