1990 BMW 518 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 20 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 518 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
