1976 BMW 628 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 628 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
