1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 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 247 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
