1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
