1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 16 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
