1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3460 mm |
