1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 412 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |
