1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 30 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 102 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
