2007 BMW 130 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 130 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
