1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 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 226 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Bristol | Riley |
Model | 411 | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |