1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 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 67 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
