1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
