1966 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Cobra | 411 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
