1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 65 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (223 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 22 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
