1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 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 220 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | 411 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
