1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 37 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 411 | IS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
