1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bristol | Lotus |
| Model | 411 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
