1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| 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 | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
