1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 218 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
