1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 207 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
