1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 8 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 225 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 411 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |