1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
