1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 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 203 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Bristol | Marcos |
Model | 411 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |