1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra 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 199 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
