1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
