1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
