1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
