1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
