1996 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 730 | 412 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
