1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
