1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 29 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
