1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 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 155 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
