1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 411 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
