1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 159 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 411 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |