1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, both 1974 Bristol 411 and 1974 Mercury Cougar were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 411 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |