1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
