1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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 156 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
