1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 175 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
