1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle 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 264 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. 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) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1961 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
