1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
