1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 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 230 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jeep |
| Model | 411 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2060 mm |
