1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 411 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |