1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | 411 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
