1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 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 158 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
