1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 33 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
