1977 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 166 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
