1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (281 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 431 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
