1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
