2002 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 740 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
