1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S 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 209 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | 411 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
