1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 41 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3505 mm |
