1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 21 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
