2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 410 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
