1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 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 203 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Morgan |
| Model | 411 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
