1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | 411 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
