1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 11 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 156 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Reliant SE6. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Reliant |
| Model | 411 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
