1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
