1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 15 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 39 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
