2008 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M3 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
