2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | Z4 | 412 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |