1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
