1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 411 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
