1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 189 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
