1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 24 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 411 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
