1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | SST |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
