2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
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 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 146 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 411 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 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
