1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 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 216 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 401 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
