1957 Austin A135 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | A135 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |
