1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 208 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bristol | Lada |
| Model | 411 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
