2009 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 330 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
