1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 427 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2893 mm |
