1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 23 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 230 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
