1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 34 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 183 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 411 | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |