1997 BMW 850 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 22 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, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 850 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 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 |
