1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1979 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 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) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1979 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
