2009 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 39 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, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 750 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
