1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 407 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
