1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 411 | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |