1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
| Model | 411 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2990 mm |
