1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride 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 253 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
