1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 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 64 more horse power than 1992 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 411 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
