1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3670 mm |
