1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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 180 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
