1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
