2008 BMW 760 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 760 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
