1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 12 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 117 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | Z1 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
