2009 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 320 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
