1967 AC 428 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | 428 | 411 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |