1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bristol 411 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 411 | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |