1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 33 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 1973 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2858 mm |
