1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |
