1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 112 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
