1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 411 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
