1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
