1988 BMW 520 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 520 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
