1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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 172 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
