1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart 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 99 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 411 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
