2007 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 650 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
