1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Bristol | Morgan |
Model | 411 | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |