2005 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 740 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
