1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 16 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 159 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
