1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 34 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 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 411 | SC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
