1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 37 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 150 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
