1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino 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 111 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
