1979 BMW 725 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1979 BMW 725 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 725 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
