1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 39 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
