1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 411 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
