1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 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 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. 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 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Bristol | Bristol |
Model | 409 | 411 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 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 | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |