1964 Austin Princess vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 170 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | Princess | 411 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2910 mm |