1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 411 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
