2002 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 26 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, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 740 | 412 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |