1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 21 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 114 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
