1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 204 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 897 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Bristol | Smart |
Model | 411 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1820 mm |