1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 411 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2624 mm |