1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
