1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 19 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 412 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
