2007 BMW 118 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 118 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
