1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 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 137 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
