1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 411 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
