1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 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 189 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
