1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
