1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 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 163 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
