1982 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 318 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
