1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 411 | Touran |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |