1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 50 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
