1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
