1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 40 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 8 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 318 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2994 mm |
