2005 BMW 760 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 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 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 500 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 760 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
