1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
