1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 38 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 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
