1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 206 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
