1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 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 188 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 411 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
