1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 411 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
