1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 115 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | 411 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |