1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
