1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 803 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 411 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
