1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
