2008 BMW 630 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 36 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 630 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
