1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 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 148 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
