1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 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 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2824 mm |
