1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
