1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 19 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 244 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
