1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 254 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | A 40 | 411 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2910 mm |