1993 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 412 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
