1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
