1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 411 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
