1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
