1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger 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 264 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. 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 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Bristol | Steyr |
| Model | 411 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1510 mm |
