1994 BMW 840 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 19 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 6 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 840 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
