2005 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
