1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 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 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | Z3 | 412 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |