1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 588 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
