1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 21 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 90 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
