1987 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 750 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
