1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
