1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 14 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 412 | 325 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |