1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1970 Bristol 411 and 1970 Lotus Seven were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 174 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Bristol | Lotus |
| Model | 411 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
