1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 28 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 105 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1998 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
