2009 BMW 135 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 37 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 135 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
