1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1984 Toyota Crown 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 174 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
