1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 10 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 166 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
