1988 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 16 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 6 more horse power than 1988 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 BMW M6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
