1990 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 316 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |
