1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 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 189 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
