1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia 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 245 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | 411 | Appia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |