1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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 262 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. 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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Bristol | Steyr |
| Model | 411 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1510 mm |
