2001 BMW 318 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 318 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
