1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 38 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
