1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 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 183 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
