1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 19 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 120 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
