1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
