1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
