1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 18 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 128 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
