1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 136 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 324 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
