1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 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 267 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. 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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Bristol | Trabant |
Model | 411 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |