1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 6 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. 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 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 411 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
