1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 22 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 141 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 411 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
