1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
