1998 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 316 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
