1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
