1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett 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 241 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. 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 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
