1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
