1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
