1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta 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 178 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
