1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
