1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 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 74 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
