1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 37 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 588 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 612 Scaglietti |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4902 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1956 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1344 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2949 mm |
