1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 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 121 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
