1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
