1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour 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 163 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1997 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 411 | Contour |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |