1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 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 230 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
