1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett 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 224 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
