2008 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Bristol 412
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 1977 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1977 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 318 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
