1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen 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 201 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 411 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
