2008 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
