1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 548 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
