1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 218 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Bristol | Smart |
Model | 411 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1867 mm |