1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular 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 262 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |
