1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 24 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
