1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 8 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 231 more horse power than 1978 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Renault 14. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
