1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
