1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 411 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
