2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | MM Roadster | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
