2007 BMW 545 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 35 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, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 265 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 545 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
