1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 36 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | 412 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |