1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 33 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ascari |
| Model | 411 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2636 mm |
