1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
