1950 Allard K1 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1950 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Allard | Bristol |
| Model | K1 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
