1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
