1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2220 mm |
