1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1973 Bristol 411 and 1973 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 138 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
