1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
