1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
