2002 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | M3 | 412 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |