1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
