1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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 180 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Bristol | Riley |
Model | 411 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |