1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma 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 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
