1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral 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 35 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
