1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. 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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 411 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
