1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
