1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 412 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3071 mm |
