1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 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 187 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
